Soccer fever is gearing up and the countdown to summer 2026 is already building excitement.
The International Football Tournament returns to North America and this time for the first time it will be with 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament will be held from June 11 – July 19, jointly hosted by sixteen cities—eleven in the United States, three in Mexico, and two in Canada.
Monterrey is one of the three host cities in Mexico. It will probably be the hottest host city during the tournament. In June and July temperatures can reach from 35–40°C with high humidity.
The city is widely considered the most modern, industrial, and developed city in Mexico. It is a major commercial hub characterized by sleek skyscrapers, American-style shopping malls, high-tech industry, and a business-focused atmosphere, particularly in the affluent suburb of San Pedro Garza García.
All matches are at Estadio BBVA. Estadio BBVA, nicknamed El Gigante de Acero (“The Steel Giant”), is one of the architectural stars of the entire tournament.
The stadium opened in 2015 and has a capacity of around 53,000. It was built with a giant steel exoskeleton and designed to frame the Sierra Madre mountains behind the pitch.
There will be three group stage matches and one knockout stage match.
June 14, 2026 — Sweden vs Tunisia
June 20, 2026 — Tunisia vs Japan
June 24, 2026 — South Africa vs South Korea
June 29, 2026 — Round of 32
Driving will be close to impossible, roads around the stadium will be gridlocked and large security zones will slow everything down. Parking will be limited and should be pre-reserved.
The best way to get to the stadium will be by metro and walking. Take the Metrorrey Line 1, exit at Exposición station, and walk about 15–20 minutes to the stadium.
The main fan zone will be at Fundidora Park. This urban park will offer giant screens, concerts, food stands, beer gardens, and nonstop match screenings.
Get ready to discover iconic landmarks, world-class venues, vibrant neighborhoods, and 39-days of fan celebrations across the region.
Introducing the North America Football 2026 eSIM package
Red Bull MOBILE has you covered with a plan built specifically for the tournament. The North America Football 2026 package is a single eSIM that works seamlessly across all three host countries USA, Mexico and Canada at a rate of €1 per GB. No roaming surprises. No SIM swapping at every border. Just reliable data, wherever the matches are.
You can get it at esim.redbullmobile.com and activate it right on your phone with no physical SIM, no queuing at an airport kiosk.
Why an eSIM is the smart choice for International Football Tournament travel
An eSIM is a digital SIM card that’s built into your phone. You download a connectivity plan directly, no plastic, no hardware. For travellers heading to the tournaments, this means:
Instant activation: download and go, before you even board your flight.
- Keep your home number: use your regular SIM for calls while the eSIM handles your data.
- One plan, three countries: the North America Football 2026 package switches automatically between US, Mexican, and Canadian networks.
- Transparent pricing: at €1/GB, you always know exactly what you’re paying.
What will you use it for?
From streaming match replays in your hotel room, to sharing photos from inside the stadium, to navigating between venues in cities you’ve never been to, your phone is your companion during the tournaments. Don’t let a bad connection hold you back.
Whether you’re catching a group stage match in Los Angeles, the quarterfinals in Guadalajara, or the final in New York, the North America Football 2026 eSIM keeps you online from kickoff to the final whistle.
Ready to get connected?
Pick up the North America Football 2026 eSIM package at esim.redbullmobile.com. It takes minutes to set up and works the moment you land.
